Millonarios showed their strength in the ninth matchday of the Colombian league, achieving an overwhelming win of 5-1 against the visiting team, Pereira. The home side’s goals were scored by Sebastián Valencia (7’ 1T, from a free kick), Mateo García (29’ 1T), Leonardo Castro (43’ 1T), Carlos Sarabia (45’ 1T), and Beckham Castro (14’ 2T). Marco Pérez managed to score the solitary goal for Pereira (25’ 2T, from a penalty).
One of the standout moments of the match was Carlos Sarabia’s stunning goal at the 45-minute mark of the first half. After receiving a precise pass from Beckham Castro, Sarabia delivered a spectacular shot into the top left corner of the net, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
Beckham Castro was undoubtedly the star of the game. The Millonarios forward not only scored once but also made 5 shots on goal against Pereira and delivered 2 key passes.
Defensively, Carlos Sarabia played a crucial role, contributing significantly with his goal alongside solid defensive efforts throughout the match.
Coach Fabián Bustos set up a 5-3-2 formation for Millonarios, fielding Diego Novoa in goal, with a defensive line comprising Carlos Sarabia, Andrés Llinás, Sergio Mosquera, Jorge Arias, and Sebastián Valencia. In midfield were Rodrigo Ureña, David Mackalister, and Mateo García, while Leonardo Castro and Beckham Castro formed the attacking duo.
On the opposing side, the Pereira team, led by coach Arturo Reyes, also employed a 5-3-2 formation, with Yimy Gómez as the goalkeeper and a defensive backline consisting of Eber Moreno, Sebastián Urrea, Danilo Ortiz, Julián Bazán, and Tobias Bovone. The midfield featured Jordy Monroy, Jorge Bermúdez, and Yuber Quiñones, with Jhon Largacha and Marco Pérez as the forwards.
The referee for the match was Carlos Betancur Gutiérrez.
Looking ahead, Millonarios will visit Boyacá Chicó in the next round, while Pereira will face Alianza FC at the Estadio Centenario in Armenia.
Currently, Millonarios sits in 10th place with 11 points, whereas Pereira lingers in 19th position with just 4 points in the tournament.
Substitutions in Millonarios
59’ 2T – Rodrigo Ureña was substituted for Stiven Vega. 71’ 2T – Andrés Llinás was replaced by Danovis Banguero, David Mackalister by Darwin Quintero, and Jordy Monroy by Luis Mosquera. 84’ 2T – Carlos Sarabia came off for Jorge Hurtado and Leonardo Castro for Julian Ángulo.
Yellow Card for Millonarios:
16’ 1T Rodrigo Ureña (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions in Pereira
45’ 2T – Sebastián Urrea was replaced by Santiago Aguilar, Yuber Quiñones by Anderson Plata, and Tobias Bovone by Fabio Delgado. 62’ 2T – Yimy Gómez was substituted for Jorge Martínez.
Yellow Card for Pereira:
15’ 1T Marco Pérez (Insulting or disapproving of the referee).